2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Shuma II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Shuma II would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 586 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Shuma II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Shuma II has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Shuma II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma II | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Shuma II | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
